OIED Signature Events are selected special major events and programs open to the entire campus community. Please see our Signature Events calendar for Spring 2013 to ensure that you don't miss this semester's exciting offerings.

This spring, on Tuesdays, 3:00 - 5:45 pm, a new course (USC 298, Section 004: Leadership and Coalition Building in Diverse Communities) will be offered.
This course explores U.S. diversity and effective leadership practices using the National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI) model as a foundation. NCBI is an international non-profit leadership development network that works to eliminate prejudice and intergroup conflict in communities throughout the world.

In this course, you will be introduced to the NCBI model, which involves a great deal of self-discovery, active listening and dialogue. You will participate in interactive activities that establish leadership strategies, which can be applied in various contexts. Specific skill training will focus on conflict resolution, creating inclusive environments, strategies for effective listening/ communication, and personal growth and development. This course is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. All majors are welcome! Please see the flyer for more information.

This course is offered on Mondays, 1:30-4:15 pm. Course registration is through the Women's Center. Interested students may email course instructor and Assistant Director for IPV Services, Jenn Scott, for more information.

After successful completion of this 3-credit course, which includes a component on peer education, leadership, and program facilitation, students may interview to become a paid peer educator in The Movement. See the Women's Center website for more information.

An evening with Iyanla Vanzant: Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Campus Commemoration – January 14, 2013

The African American Cultural Center at NC State will present An Evening with Iyanla Vanzant: Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King on Monday January 14, 2013 from 6:00-8:00PM at the McKimmon Center. The event is part of the NC State celebration of the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Tickets are available at NC State's Ticket Central; please see the Ticket Central website for hours. For additional event information, please see the African American Cultural Center website.

Iyanla Vanzant is an author and lecturer and currently hosts her own program, Iyanla, Fix My Life on the OWN network. She has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The View, The Tom Joyner Morning Show, The Michael Baisden Show and The Steve Harvey Morning Show. Vanzant holds a juris doctorate, a master’s degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica, two honorary doctorates, an Emmy, and an NAACP Image Award. She has been hailed as one of Halle Berry’s five “Sheroes” (Glamour Magazine 2006); one of the country’s most influential African Americans (Ebony Magazine, 2004); among the country’s most 100 Influential Women (Women’s Day Magazine 2003); and one of the “most dynamic speakers in the United States” (Emerge Magazine 2000).

Iyanla Vanzant is the founder and director of the Institute for Spiritual Development. Several of Iyanla Vanzant’s books, including her most recent, Peace from Broken Pieces, will be available for purchase and signing following her presentation.

Diversity Enhancement Recruiting Fellowships

Nominations are currently being sought for Graduate School Diversity Enhancement Recruiting Fellowships. Students who will be entering graduate programs in 2013-14 are eligible.

Directors of graduate programs may apply for fellowship awards up to a maximum of $3000 per student. Eligibility is limited to graduate students entering in the 2013-14 academic year who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Priority will be given to nominations submitted by March 20, 2013. Generally, an award decision will be made within 24 hours of receiving a nomination. The online application form is available on the Graduate School's website. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click "Graduate School Diversity Enhancement Recruiting Fellowships." If you have any questions, please contact Dave Shafer at david_shafer@ncsu.edu or 919-515-4462.

For the full calendar of OIED events, including more information about the above, please see the OIED Calendar.

Around Campus

Pack's P.A.C.T (Persisting Academically and Culturally Together)

Pack's P.A.C.T. is beginning the recruitment process for the next group of young men. We ask that you begin recommending young men to us for direct contact and to begin sharing this information with your students. All information regarding the program can be accessed from the application. This year's application is in the form of a Google doc which can be accessed by all applicants. Please direct questions regarding applications to Thomas Easley.

Police Department Prepares for Annual Polar Plunge and 5K for Special Olympics

The NC State Police Department's Polar Plunge and 5K will be held on February 23, 2013. Please consider running in the 5K, Plunging, or doing both! The Police Department also seeks volunteer, mentors, and donors. If you would like to volunteer in any way, please contact Kim Womble (919-513-0591) or David Kelly (919-513-1373).